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A 20-year-old female asked:

I've been congested for a bit now and i woke up out of breath and my chest kinda tight and one nostril stopped up what could it be?

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Dr. Robert Stachler
Dr. Robert Stachleranswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 33 years experience
Common cold: If the secretions are clear, it is the common cold. Which is likely a virus. During plenty of fluids and get rest. Let the body clear the infection for you. Use Mucinex (guaifenesin) to break up the congestion. Take vitamin c as well. Feel better.
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